One of the most visually striking examples of sword-wielding characters with angelic wings in battles is 'Guilty Crown'. The protagonist, Shu Ouma, eventually gains the ability to manifest glowing wings made of crystallized energy during intense combat sequences, blending swordplay with an almost divine aesthetic. The series plays with themes of power and sacrifice, and the wings symbolize both his burden and his transformation. The animation studio Production I.G. really went all out with the fluid motion and ethereal glow effects, making every battle feel like a ballet of light and steel.
Another lesser-known but equally mesmerizing example is 'Kuroshitsuji: Book of Circus', where the demon Sebastian manifests shadowy, blade-like wings during his more supernatural fights. While not angelic in the traditional sense, the imagery leans into a twisted celestial vibe. The contrast between his elegant butler persona and these terrifying wings creates such a delicious tension. It's a reminder that wings in anime aren't always pure—sometimes they're weapons first, symbols second.